FRANK BROWN TOWING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
683501
MC Number
948244
Fleet Size
9
Total Drivers
9
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 20, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
FRANK BROWN TOWING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in BUFFALO, New York, operating 9 power units with 9 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 16.7% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 6 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in New York is 15.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.5% across 127,906 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
6
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
PROGRESSIVE NORTHWESTERN INS. CO. — eff. Mar 5, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is FRANK BROWN TOWING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for FRANK BROWN TOWING INC (USDOT #683501) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is FRANK BROWN TOWING INC's safety record?
FRANK BROWN TOWING INC has 6 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does FRANK BROWN TOWING INC operate?
FRANK BROWN TOWING INC operates 9 power units with 9 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does FRANK BROWN TOWING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FRANK BROWN TOWING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FRANK BROWN TOWING INC located?
FRANK BROWN TOWING INC is based in BUFFALO, New York at 899 KENMORE AVE, 14223. Phone: (716) 875-3101.
What are FRANK BROWN TOWING INC's out-of-service rates?
FRANK BROWN TOWING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 16.7%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 33.3%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.